Question 1

Can I run ASP.NET Core on Linux?

Accepted Answer

Yes! ASP.NET Core is fully cross-platform. It runs great on Ubuntu, Debian, and other Linux distributions. Install the .NET runtime, publish your app with "dotnet publish -c Release", and run with "dotnet yourapp.dll". Use systemd for process management.

Question 2

How do I deploy ASP.NET Core to a VPS?

Accepted Answer

Publish your app with "dotnet publish -c Release -o ./publish". Copy the publish folder to your VPS, install .NET runtime, and run with "dotnet yourapp.dll". Configure Nginx or Apache as a reverse proxy with Kestrel running behind it.

Question 3

Should I use Kestrel directly or with a reverse proxy?

Accepted Answer

Always use Nginx or Apache as a reverse proxy in front of Kestrel for production. The reverse proxy handles SSL termination, request buffering, static files, and provides an additional security layer. Kestrel alone is not recommended for internet-facing deployments.

Question 4

What .NET version should I use?

Accepted Answer

Use .NET 8 LTS (Long Term Support) for production applications. LTS versions receive security updates for 3 years. Install the ASP.NET Core Runtime on your server - you don't need the full SDK for production.

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